Sontoshpur Village - Budge Budge - I, South 24 Parganas
Sontoshpur is a village situated in the Budge Budge - I subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.2 km from Bara Nischintapur and around 15.9 km from Alipore. Chingripota serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sontoshpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sontoshpur is 333308. The village covers a total geographical area of 146.5 hectares and falls under the 700137 pincode. Maheshtala is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sontoshpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sontoshpur
As per Census 2011, Sontoshpur village has a total population of 2,808 people, consisting of 1,445 males and 1,363 females. The village has 710 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 235 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,096 literate and 712 illiterate residents. Additionally, 899 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sontoshpur are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,808 | 1,445 | 1,363 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 235 | 128 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 899 | 458 | 441 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,096 | 1,121 | 975 |
| Illiterate Population | 712 | 324 | 388 |
Nearby Villages of Sontoshpur
Sontoshpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Rameswarpur (ct) | South-East | 0.98 km |
| Sibhugli | South-East | 1.73 km |
| Betuabati | South-West | 1.78 km |
| Parbati | South-West | 2.53 km |
| Chandigarh | South-East | 2.98 km |
| Malangdar | South | 3.12 km |
| Saupukuria-sanpukuria | East | 3.14 km |
| Ghanasyambati | South | 3.63 km |
| Dari Bagpota | East | 3.76 km |
| Banaraypur | South-West | 4.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sontoshpur
Sontoshpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Nangi, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 6.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Maheshtala to Sontoshpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Sontoshpur is about 15.9 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sontoshpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sontoshpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sontoshpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sontoshpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sontoshpur
Where is Sontoshpur located?
Sontoshpur village is located in Budge Budge - I Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sontoshpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sontoshpur is Chingripota.
What is the pincode of Sontoshpur?
The pincode of Sontoshpur is 700137.
What is the population of Sontoshpur?
Sontoshpur has a total population of 2,808, including 1,445 males and 1,363 females.
How many households are there in Sontoshpur?
There are 710 households in Sontoshpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sontoshpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sontoshpur is 74.64%. Male literacy is 77.58% and female literacy is 71.53%.